Lawmakers Push Accountability After Warehouse Fire | Bakersfield News

After a devastating fire at a Lineage food warehouse in Boyle Heights sent smoke billowing and unleashed a rat infestation, two LA lawmakers are pushing for sweeping new laws to hold industrial companies accountable. Assemblymember Mark González and Senator María Elena Durazo want mandatory emergency funds for new cold storage facilities, tougher penalties after disasters, and tax incentives for settlements — all aimed at protecting communities from future harm. Mayor Karen Bass is on board, ready to join the push. While Lineage claims it’s prioritizing safety and has set aside $3.3 million for community aid, residents say they’re still reeling from unsanitary conditions and blame-shifting. The lawmakers plan to “gut and amend” existing bills to ensure companies can’t rebuild without facing real consequences. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/baa19653089346e5